1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2200 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |
